Meat-loaded Deep Dish Pie (Print-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
→ Pie Crust
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2 pie crusts, ready to bake
→ Filling
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1 cup cheddar or provolone cheese, shredded
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225 grams Italian sausage, crumbled
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360 milliliters marinara or pizza sauce
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1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
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2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
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0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
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225 grams ground beef, browned
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1 cup pepperoni slices
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0.5 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
→ Topping
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3 tablespoons butter, melted
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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In a medium-hot skillet, cook the sausage and ground beef fully, then drain the extra grease. Put the meat aside to cool down a little.
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Set your oven to 220°C ahead of time.
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Shape one pie crust to fit inside your deep-dish pan or skillet.
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Place half the mozzarella over the crust, then scatter the browned meat and sausage evenly. Add half of the pepperoni slices next.
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Drizzle the marinara or pizza sauce over the meat layer. Season evenly with garlic powder, chili flakes, and Italian herbs.
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Add the rest of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar or provolone cheese on top. Throw the remaining pepperoni slices across the surface.
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Cover everything with the second crust, carefully sealing the edges. Use the melted butter to coat the top.
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Place the pie in your preheated oven and cook for 20-25 minutes until you see the crust crisp and become golden.
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After taking the pie out, let it cool off for a few minutes before cutting and serving piping hot.
# Helpful Notes:
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For an extra kick, add more chili flakes or use spicy sausage. Letting it cool briefly helps you slice clean pieces.